In a significant move to foster\u2064 international collaboration, Akanga Film Asia<\/strong>, a \u200dSingapore-based production company, has\u2064 been appointed as the newly-launched Spanish Audiovisual Hub \u200din Asia<\/strong>. This initiative aims to strengthen ties between\u2064 the film, TV, animation, and gaming industries of Spain and Asia, creating \u2064a vibrant\u200c exchange of creativity and resources.<\/p>\n Headed by \u2064 Fran Borgia<\/strong>, a Spanish producer with an impressive \u2064portfolio \u200cin \u200bAsian\u2062 film production, Akanga Film Asia is set to lead this ambitious\u2063 project. Borgia’s notable works include Boo Junfeng\u2019s “Apprentice”<\/strong>, Yeo Siew Hua\u2019s\u200d Locarno-winning “A\u2064 Land Imagined”<\/strong>,\u2062 Kamila Andini\u2019s “Yuni”<\/strong>, and Amanda Nell Eu\u2019s “Tiger Stripes”<\/strong>. His \u2064extensive experience and \u200cdeep \u200dconnections in the Asian film industry make him an ideal candidate\u2063 to spearhead this initiative.<\/p>\n The selection of Akanga Film \u2063Asia followed a competitive\u200b tender process initiated by\u200c the Economic and Commercial Office \u2063of Spain\u200d in Singapore, \u200drepresenting ICEX \u200bSpain Export and Investment<\/strong>. \u2063Borgia has been \u200cappointed as the Consultant for the Audiovisual Sector of Spain \u2062in Asia<\/strong> and will\u2063 collaborate closely with veteran producer and\u2062 festival consultant Lorna Tee<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The primary goal of this project is to enhance Spain\u2019s positioning<\/strong> \u2062 as \u2062a premier\u200c production country and a \u200csought-after destination for filming, post-production of live-action and digital images, and investment in the\u200b audiovisual sector. \u2063According to ICEX, the awarding of this contract\u2063 marks a significant\u200b milestone in promoting Spanish culture in the Asian region.<\/p>\n Borgia, who has lived in Asia for over \u206320 years, expressed \u200bhis enthusiasm for the project, stating, “As a Spaniard who has lived in Asia for over 20 years, \u200dI see the vast opportunities\u2063 for collaboration between the Spanish and Asian audiovisual industries, \u200band we are excited to be building the bridges with a great \u200cteam of collaborators.”<\/p>\n The hub \u2062is set to make its presence felt at\u2063 multiple \u200cfilm markets and festivals \u2063throughout the \u200cyear. These include:<\/p>\n These events\u200c will provide ample\u200d opportunities \u2064for networking, showcasing \u200dSpanish talent, and \u2063exploring potential collaborations.<\/p>\n Lorna \u200bTee, who has extensive experience straddling Asia and \u200cEurope, will play a \u2062crucial\u2063 role in this\u200d initiative. Recently, she produced the Cannes film “Viet & Nam”<\/strong> and serves as the \u2063secretary general for the Asian Film Alliance Network (AFAN)<\/strong>, an association of seven film \u200cagencies from Asia dedicated to fostering closer understanding \u2063and enhancing collaboration within the region.<\/p>\n For cinema and TV series enthusiasts, this initiative opens\u2064 up a\u2064 world of possibilities. Imagine the fusion\u200b of Spanish\u2063 storytelling\u2063 with\u2063 Asian cinematic techniques, creating a unique blend of\u2063 cultures and narratives. The potential for groundbreaking content is immense, and fans can \u200clook forward \u2064to a diverse array of films and series that reflect this rich collaboration.<\/p>\n For those interested in \u200dexploring the works \u200dmentioned, here are some direct links to trailers and information \u200bpages:<\/p>\n This initiative is not just about promoting \u200cSpanish culture in Asia;\u2064 it\u2019s about creating a synergy<\/strong> between two vibrant and diverse regions. The exchange of\u200d ideas, techniques, and stories will undoubtedly lead\u2064 to innovative and compelling content that\u2062 resonates with audiences worldwide.<\/p>\n Moreover, the involvement of seasoned\u200b professionals like Fran Borgia and Lorna Tee ensures that the project is in capable hands. Their combined expertise and \u2063passion for cinema will\u2063 drive the success of\u2062 this hub, making\u2063 it a beacon of creativity and \u2062collaboration.<\/p>\n The establishment of \u2063the Spanish Audiovisual Hub in Asia is a bold and exciting step towards a more interconnected and collaborative global\u200b film industry.\u200b It promises to bring together the best \u200dof\u2064 Spanish and Asian cinema, creating a rich\u2063 tapestry of stories and experiences that will captivate audiences around the world. As this initiative\u2063 unfolds, it will be fascinating to see\u2062 the new and\u200c innovative content that emerges from\u200d this unique\u200c cultural \u200dexchange.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Singapore-based Akanga Film Asia, led by Fran Borgia, is now the Spanish Audiovisual Hub in Asia, aiming to bridge Spain’s film, TV, animation, and games industries with Asia. 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